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Video Study Guide: Rivers and Streams (Running Water I: Earth Rev.; 26 minutes)


 

What 3 things do all rivers do?

 

What is 1 important factor in how rivers shape the land?

 

What factors can cause a river's velocity to increase?

 

What is discharge?

 

What are the 3 erosional processes of rivers?

 

What factors affect sediment transport?

 

What are river bars?

 

Describe a meander point bar and cut bank.

 

How often do most streams flood?

 

What is a flood plain, and what does a river store there?

 

How do streams work to maintain equilibrium?

 

What happens at "Red Eye Crossing" when water levels fluctuate?

 

What geologic factors contribute to the evolution of river systems?

 


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